Wakefield to Aberdeen by train

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Overview: trains from Wakefield to Aberdeen

Find the key information for travelling by train from Wakefield to Aberdeen, including journey times, fares and operators serving the route. Compare your options and plan the journey that works for you with Rail Europe.

First train 14:45 View journey
Last train 14:52 View journey
Avg changes 0
Fastest journey 5hr 54m View journey
Distance (km) 387
Trains / day 1 View all
Cheapest journey US$84.50 View journey
Avg journey time 5hr 57m
Train operators 1

Explore Wakefield to Aberdeen by rail

Getting ready for a trip from Wakefield to Aberdeen aboard a local train? Here’s what you need to know — including departure times, fastest routes and ticket prices — about the trip.

Cost of a train ticket between Wakefield and Aberdeen

The cheapest ticket price along this route is US$84.50. Fares naturally increase as the travel date approaches. A month out, expect prices run around , and a week out, fares can hit around on average. Tickets for this journey can be purchased 3 months in advance.

What’s included in the price of a European train ticket

When booking with Rail Europe, you will be prompted to choose the class of service before checking out. We will automatically select the most affordable option. Choosing a more elevated class will increase the cost, but also often includes a number of other perks like elaborate dining menus and extra space. It's good to know that many train operators do include luggage, Wi-Fi and other basic amenities at no extra cost. Seat reservations and meals often do incur a further cost. You can review the terms of service of each type of ticket at checkout.

Wakefield to Aberdeen departure timetable

On this route, 1 train run daily, with the first one leaving Wakefield at 14:47 and the last leaving at 14:47 during the week.

For weekend travel to Aberdeen, the earliest departure is at 14:45 and the last one is at 14:52. You will find that departures along this journey occur every 1 minute.

Train duration for trips from Wakefield to Aberdeen

The swiftest journey time on this route is 5 hours and 54 minutes, crossing a total distance of 387 kilometres.

How early can you book train tickets from Wakefield to Aberdeen?

Tickets on this route typically go on sale 3 months in advance. Booking early gives you access to the most competitive prices and ample seating options.

Learn even more about travelling from Wakefield to Aberdeen by train

Need more information on travelling through Europe by train? Head to our help articles for details on everything from booking to navigating stations and understanding different ticket types. Then review the travel ideas we’ve compiled in our city guide: Aberdeen.

FAQs about the train journey from Wakefield to Aberdeen

Want to know more about your journey from Wakefield to Aberdeen? We've compiled some of the most frequently asked questions by our customers to help you plan your journey.

The total journey from Wakefield to Aberdeen is 387 kilometres.

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Child and youth passengers

The definition of "Child" and "Youth" varies by country and operator. This is why we ask for the age of young passengers.

Sometimes children below a certain age can travel without a seat for free. If you want to guarantee a seat for child passengers, enter '6' as the age of the child.

Read more about child and youth passenger ages. See also youth discounts and railcards.